GIAB Participant Resources
Ready to grow? Here are some of our favorite gardening resources—a mix of how-to videos, articles and more—to help you get started.
Share Photos
Tell us how it’s growing! Send us your GIAB photos, recipes and stories—we might feature you on social media or in Northern Gardener® magazine.
Urban Ventures Farm & Nutrition Growing Guide
Urban Ventures focuses on educating kids, strengthening families and building healthy communities.
MN Agriculture in the Classroom
This organization is dedicated to increasing agricultural literacy through education.
Sow & Save Learning Resources
Resources on this site satisfy curriculum objectives in a range of subjects, from math to art to social studies, with specific focus on grades 3 and 6.
Youth Lessons & Activities for Gardening
Find fun ways to engage students with a school garden!
Gardening Curriculum Resources for School Gardens
Starting a school garden may feel overwhelming—these resources help answer general gardening questions.
KidsGardening.org
A great resource for anyone interested in starting or growing a school garden.
Nutrition Curriculum Resources for School Gardens
School gardens are a great opportunity to engage students in active learning and teach youth about the importance of nutrition.
Gardening and Sustainability Lessons for Kids
Explore starting a home garden with kids, deciding which vegetables to grow, teaching sustainability and keeping children plugged in with fun activities.
School Garden Support Organization
Find a variety of resources promoting collaboration among professionals and offering ways to get more involved.
Slow Food Movement
Encourage deeper thinking around food, and connect the fun of eating with a commitment to community and environment.